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Dissolution of marriage is generally another term for divorce—but in some states it specifically refers to an uncontested divorce—a no fault divorce with a written separation agreement. And in California, for example, there is a summary dissolution that provides an expedited process under limited circumstances (California Family Code §2400).

The laws regarding various methods for dissolving a marriage are usually located in a state’s statutes—often in the Family Code or Domestic Relations Code.

In Florida, dissolution of marriage is the legal term for divorce. Florida is a no-fault divorce state, which means that either party can file for divorce without having to prove any fault on the part of the other spouse, such as adultery or abuse. Instead, the spouse seeking divorce only needs to state that the marriage is 'irretrievably broken' (Florida Statutes § 61.052). Florida does not have a formal process called 'summary dissolution' like California, but it does offer a simplified dissolution procedure for couples who meet certain criteria, such as having no minor children, agreeing on the division of property, and waiving the right to spousal support (Florida Statutes § 61.052(2)). This simplified process is quicker and less complicated than the regular dissolution process. For contested divorces or those involving children, property disputes, or alimony, the regular dissolution process would apply, which involves more detailed legal proceedings.

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